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El Niño

A climate pattern that can affect weather conditions in the United States, often leading to wetter and cooler winters in...

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Phoenix
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Flash Flooding

A rapid and sudden increase in water levels, often occurring in dry washes and low-lying areas during a monsoon storm. P...

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Phoenix
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Haboob

A large, intense sand and dust storm common in the desert southwest, including the Phoenix metro area. Haboobs can carry...

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Phoenix
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Heat Island Effect

An urban or metropolitan area that is significantly warmer than its surrounding rural areas. The Phoenix metro area is a...

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Phoenix
Weather & Climate

Monsoon

A seasonal weather pattern in Arizona and the Southwest characterized by heavy downpours, high winds, and flash flooding...

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